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Banned British vapes are being repurposed in Ukraine, transforming discarded e-cigarettes into essential power banks for frontline soldiers.

Footage reveals injuries sustained by Gaza flotilla activists during Israeli detention, as authorities prepare for examinations following their return to Istanbul.

Nickolay Mladenov, overseeing the US-founded Board of Peace for Gaza, cautioned the UN Security Council that the ongoing crisis risks becoming permanent. He presented a ceasefire roadmap requiring commitments from both Israel and Hamas, urging action to disarm Hamas while calling for Israel to honour its obligations.

Parents arrested in Portugal after abandoning their two young sons in the woods, blindfolded and told to play a game, leading to charges of child abuse.

Record levels of gonorrhoea and syphilis have been reported in Europe, with cases surging by 33% and more than doubling respectively since 2015.

Finnish divers suggest that five Italian tourists, who perished in a cave dive in the Maldives, may have taken the wrong exit tunnel within the underwater complex.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the coordination of 26 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours, asserting control amid a US blockade. Discussions between Washington and Tehran regarding resumed traffic remain unresolved, exacerbating tensions and potential impacts on global markets.

James Murdoch has finalised a deal to acquire New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network for over £300 million, enhancing his media portfolio. The transaction includes Vox’s news site and popular podcasts, while CEO Jim Bankoff will continue to lead operations under Lupa Systems.

Texas Democratic House candidate Maureen Galindo faces significant backlash for social media comments suggesting the conversion of an immigration detention centre into a prison for “American Zionists.” Accusations of antisemitism have emerged from both parties, with claims that conservative funding may be influencing her campaign ahead of the primary against Johnny Garcia.

Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te has expressed readiness to speak with US President Donald Trump, marking a potential shift in diplomatic protocol not seen since 1979. Lai reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to regional stability while addressing ongoing concerns related to China’s claims over the island.